04 — Service
Baby Massage Classes
Meet other local mums while learning a beautiful and valuable parenting skill — all in a warm, supportive environment. Super Mummy Baby Massage Classes have been one of the most loved activities for new parents since 2013.
About the Course
Infant massage is a practice that has existed for thousands of years across many cultures. In 1992, the International Association of Infant Massage (IAIM) brought together techniques from Indian massage, Swedish massage, reflexology, and yoga into a structured programme. In Ireland, Baby Massage Ireland (BMI) was established in 2000.
I am a fully Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI), trained with BMI since 2012. I also hold the Certified Infant Massage Teacher (CIMT) qualification from the Liddle Kidz Foundation, which enables me to support families of babies with additional needs, including Down's Syndrome, post-surgical care, and muscle tone differences.
Babies with additional needs are very welcome in group classes, or families may choose private sessions tailored to their individual needs.
Benefits for Your Baby
Connection & Communication
- Strengthens bonding and attachment
- Encourages verbal and non-verbal communication
- Supports emotional development, empathy, and trust
- Promotes quality one-to-one time and use of all senses
Stimulation & Development
- Supports circulatory, digestive, immune, and nervous systems
- Enhances coordination, balance, and body awareness
- Promotes muscular development, growth, and learning
- Encourages healthy elimination and respiratory function
Relief & Comfort
- Helps ease colic, gas, and constipation
- Relieves abdominal discomfort and teething pain
- Reduces muscular tension and excess mucus
- Supports regulation of the nervous system
Relaxation
- Improves sleep patterns
- Promotes calmness and self-regulation
- Reduces stress hormones and increases relaxation hormones
- Supports flexibility and balanced muscle tone
Benefits for Parents
- Deepens understanding of your baby's cues
- Builds confidence and parenting skills
- Encourages early involvement for both parents
- Creates meaningful quality time together
- Supports emotional wellbeing and reduces stress
- May help improve sleep and stimulate lactation
- Can contribute to reducing postnatal depression
- Opportunity to connect with other parents in your community
Colic Relief Routine
A dedicated Colic Relief Routine is included to support babies experiencing colic. While the exact cause of colic is still unknown, it is often linked to digestive discomfort and an immature nervous system. This routine has provided gentle, effective relief for many families and can be a valuable tool during challenging periods.
Course Details
Duration: 5 weekly sessions (90 min each)
Age: Suitable from birth up to pre-crawling age
Location: IRIE The Joyful Movement Studio, Hebron Park, R95 RDT3
Includes: Premium baby massage booklet, organic massage oil, and tea/coffee and treats after each class
Marie & Michael Flanagan
Baby Massage Classes
“Anabela at baby massage is just amazing! You can tell she is a great mom and she really loves her job. Anabela was very easy to talk to and made me feel so comfortable in the class. She answered every question with knowledge. It is a great class for chatting to other moms and getting one on one time with Michael. Michael loved it every week 💙”
“I definitely 100% recommend and will be back! Thanks again Anabela for everything, you will be missed and hopefully see you again! Love, Marie & Michael Flanagan 🌸”
“I highly recommend Anabela's class! It provided my baby and me excellent resources that we use daily — he loves it and it gives us a chance to play and bond together. The class itself was a confidence builder for me as a new mom to meet other moms and babies and share and learn with each other (plus the snacks at the end were well enjoyed!) Thank you!”
“Absolutely loved the baby massage course! It really gave me the confidence to get out with my baby and helped me to understand that it's ok if baby is unsettled in a public setting!”
Fees & Insurance
Course fees may be partially or fully redeemable through private health insurance, up to a maximum of €100. We recommend checking your cover with your provider in advance.